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Home care in Sycamore, IL

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Diane G.


Sycamore, IL

$18/hr5 yrs exp

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Hello, my name is Diane. I have 4+ experience working as a caregiver and companion. Warm, responsible, and compassionate, I look forward to the opportunity to provide emotional support, engaging in gentle activities, performing household chores, preparing meals, and hygienic care. I will assist with medical appointments and...
Diane can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, dementia, personal care, errands
Skills:

CPR

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Lisa M.


DeKalb, IL

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Professional Caregiver

5.0

(3)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Lisa. I have my nursing license (LPN) and I would love to be able to assist your family with any needs. I love geriatric patients in particular. My own Father will be 100 this July. I have 25+ years of experience. Whether you need help with things such as med administrations, feeding tubes, feeding, light house...
Lisa can also help with: Meal prep, personal care, light cleaning, dementia, errands
Skills:

Licensed Nurse

5.0
"Lisa's experience as a nurse is what led me to hire her for in-home care for my 84-year-old mother, but it was her kindness and practical nature that made me happy I'd made the choice. She is a great communicator and problem-solver, reporting to me her concerns and...

Aileen S.

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Darlene F.


Hampshire, IL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Care Giver Looking For Part Time- Full Time Work

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have a lot of experience caring for people with different health issues including different types of cancer, stroke, dementia, diabetes, paraplegia, trachs, feeding tube, ventilator, incontinence, colostomy, heart conditions, pneumonia, and more:
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Tiffany S.


Clare, IL

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver Available For All Your Needs

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Senior Care is definitely one of the most rewarding things I have ever done. I really enjoy helping people in any way possible. I love the joy I bring to those in need. Whether its with daily activities at home, sitting and talking over a cup of coffee , running errands, taking client to a doctor appointment, housework, pets,...
Tiffany can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, dementia, meal prep, companionship, mobility assistance & more
5.0
"I hired Tiffany on to do senior care for my father as well as housekeeping. She was phenomenal so caring and such a sweetheart. My dad absolutely loves her. She always made sure my dad had the absolute best of care. Day or night if he called she was there no...

Donna B.

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Jacqueline N.


DeKalb, IL

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Hi, I'm An Experienced Certified Nursing Assistant Through The State Of Illinois.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am Dependable, task-oriented, compassionate professional with 26 years of experience in the medical field. Driven to provide exceptional customer service/medical assistance. Demonstrates superior communication skills, and motivated by a challenging work setting. My years of dedication, determination, and enthusiasm clearly...
Jacqueline can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, errands, meal prep, hospice services, live-in home care & more
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Jacqueline was super easy to work with from the beginning! I wanted someone who could not only take care of my mom but be someone she can talk to , play games, help her with exercise and make sure her medication was given at the right times. I would highly...

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Colleen W.


DeKalb, IL

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Personal Home Caregiver

I have extensive experience in home health care having worked in the industry for 15 years. I have worked at an assisted living community as well as for home care agencies, and more recently in private home care. for the past 8 years now. I am very experienced and knowledgable working with people Alzheimers, denentia,...
Colleen can also help with: Personal care, hospice services, live-in home care, dementia, home modification, respite care & more
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"Colleen is compassionate, friendly and reliable in every way. She is highly experienced, has a wealth of knowledge and has worked as a CNA, in elder Care in many capacities, and in health care overall. I would highly recommend her for any position for CNA work or...

Becky S.

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Nicole W.


Cortland, IL

$22/hr5 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I was raised by my grandparents, so I have a special place in my heart for the elderly. I have a year of experience working at a nursing home. I have also worked in Internal Medicine in a Clinic. And then in Endoscopy in a day surgery/hospital setting. And currently I work in OB Dept. at a hospital part-time.
Nicole can also help with: Meal prep, transportation, light cleaning, personal care, errands
Skills:

CNA

In my spare time, I like to paint, garden and practice yoga. I enjoy painting and creating art. I also enjoy spending time growing flowers and food in my garden. I have practiced non-religious yoga since childhood and enjoy the physical and mental benefits.
Jacquelyn can also help with: Dementia, companionship, light cleaning, hospice services, meal prep, errands & more
I am dedicated to respite and senior care, and have experience with Alzheimer's and dementia patients. Illinois state licensed EMT BLS certification
Jessica can also help with: Dementia, live-in home care, home modification, hospice services, light cleaning, errands & more
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Judith R.


Hampshire, IL

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Caring Care Giver

I have experience with Dementia and Alzheimer I prefer to work with female clients. I'm patient and caring I can do Light house work, medication management, meal preparation including diet restrictions. Willing to take clients out to meetings and socialize.
Judith can also help with: Errands, hospice services, dementia, light cleaning, meal prep, companionship & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

Medical Equipment Experience

I've had the opportunity to have upfront seat to help assist several families needing care for their loved ones. I'm a caregiver who provides assurance of great care, comfortness and adaptability to changing situations. In my spare time, I like to complete jigsaw puzzles, read a book, go for a walk, go bowling, listen to my...
Tracey can also help with: Light cleaning, personal care, meal prep, errands, live-in home care, home modification & more
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Evelyn G.


Hampshire, IL

$25/hr5 yrs exp

I Have Nine Years Experience As Home Caregiver

I have a CNA Certificate. Patience, caring, able to cook and prepare meals, place and pickup orders for groceries. Self motivated with initiative. Puntual.
Evelyn can also help with: Dementia, live-in home care
Skills:

CNA

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Phil L.


Hampshire, IL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Home care provider with 10+ years of experience delivering personalized home care to elderly , assisting with daily living while building meaningful relationships and helping clients maintain a high quality of life. Passionate about making a difference in older adults' lives. Excellent communication skills to collaborate...
Phil can also help with: Dementia, errands, live-in home care, hospice services, companionship, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

CNA

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I help with the activities of feeding, bathing, dressing, grooming, home making and excercise. Facilitated activities for physical and mental stimulation. Maintained a safe, secure and healthy patient environment and completed household chores. Assisted taking medications as prescribed by doctor. Monitored clients for signs of...
Elaine can also help with: Respite care, home modification, personal care, visiting nurse, hospice services, dementia & more
Skills:

CPR

Wound Care

Medical Equipment Experience

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Mavis M.


Huntley, IL

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have been a care giver for many years and I have cared for many people and I have been apart of many families. I know that one day in my life I will need someone to care for me, I would like to have someone who will care for me with respect, compassion and kindness, that I what I bring to my clients. It also brings me great...
Mavis can also help with: Hospice services, respite care, personal care, dementia, live-in home care
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"We hired Mavis to help care for my elderly mother who was in hospice and my father needed additional help in caring for her. I wish I had found Mavis sooner! My dad could not stop raving about how wonderful Mavis was. Mavis was kind, gentle and went above and...

Christina M.

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Cheryl S.


Hinckley, IL

$24-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced And Caring.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked 40 yrs in the medical field As a CNA with the last 17 Years as a CMA ( certified medical assistant) I have worked in nursing home years ago. Two different hospitals (General Surgery, pediatrics, the nursery and ob depts). I have worked for Home care Agency's and lastly Dreyer Medical Clinic which is now Advocate...
Cheryl can also help with: Companionship, meal prep, hospice services, dementia, live-in home care, errands & more
Skills:

CNA

Licensed Nurse

5.0
"Cheryl took care of my Dad for almost 3 years. Dad had Alzheimer’s, and Cheryl did everything she could to keep him in the now. Cheryl would take him out for lunch, they would go to parks to watch the birds and animals he so loved. He loved horses, she found a...

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Diane R.


Marengo, IL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Caring Senior Care

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

QUALITY CARE for elderly individuals! Current background check. I have been a provider for elderly individuals now for 10 years. Experience: CPR certified, medication management, hospice, feeding, incontinence, Parkinson's, gastronomy, dementia, immobility, Dr. appointments, Hoyer lift, grooming, bathing, physical therapy,...
Diane can also help with: Companionship, dementia, errands, light cleaning, home modification, hospice services & more
Skills:

CPR

Wound Care

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"SHE COMES WITH A LOT OF EXPERIENCE. IS HARD WORKING AND VERY PATIENT. "

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Margarit K.


Belvidere, IL

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Available For Companionship, Housekeeping And Meal Preparation

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Senior care experience with Diabetes, Parkinson D., cancer, disabled. CNA. I'm also a licensed cosmetologist and massage therapist.
Margarit can also help with: Dementia, companionship, live-in home care, hospice services, mobility assistance, home modification & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

Medical Equipment Experience

CNA

5.0
"Margarit is the most outstanding care giver that we have had and we have had several excellent care givers. My wife has advanced Parkinson's. Margarit was our care giver for about six months. She is absolutely outstanding in every respect. She is an excellent...

Glenn K.

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Kelly A.


Dundee, IL

$22-24/hr3 yrs exp

Senior Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 3 years of experience. I have a soft spot for seniors. My grandmother was my best friend and I remember she always felt like a burden and little does she know I cherished every moment with her so I never want anyone who needs help to feel like a burden. I am patent, caring and understanding. I find what seniors have to...
Kelly can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, meal prep, errands, respite care
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Kelly was there for my grandma when she needed her the most! Kelly gave me peace of mind. Kelly was so good at communicating with me about grandma. Kelly is kind, loving, and compassionate! We will forever be grateful for all Kelly has done for our grandma."

Lacey R.

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Susan E.


Elburn, IL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Happiness For Me Is Defined By Serving Others And Making A Contribution In This World .

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello I am looking for the opportunity to serve your loved one and family with the most dignity and respect and kindness one has to offer. I have my associates in science towards nursing . I also have extensive background serving special needs , elderly , and home bound. I enjoy this work. I do believe this is my calling . I...
Susan can also help with: Errands, live-in home care, hospice services, companionship, light cleaning, dementia & more
Skills:

Wound Care

Home Health Aide

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"Susan is an exceptional caregiver! It is obvious that she is passionate about caring for people, and I cannot Recommend her enough! "

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Recent home care reviews in Sycamore, IL

Lisa M.

5.0

Lisa cared for my 103 year old father with loving care and kindness. She always arrived with a smile on her face and had such a positive attitude. Lisa is extremely capable and knowledgeable. She was great at engaging dad in conversation and was an excellent listener. With her nursing...

- Diane D.

Tiffany S.

5.0

Tiffany puts the CARE into Senior Care-giving! She is truly concerned for the person's well-being. She is kind, reliable, helpful, honest, and trustworthy, both with your belongings and your loved one. She cared for my mother and then my husband for seven years. I cannot say enough about the...

- Marlynn F.

Jacqueline N.

5.0

Jacqueline was super easy to work with from the beginning! I wanted someone who could not only take care of my mom but be someone she can talk to , play games, help her with exercise and make sure her medication was given at the right times. I would highly recommend her.

- Care member

Colleen W.

5.0

Colleen is compassionate, friendly and reliable in every way. She is highly experienced, has a wealth of knowledge and has worked as a CNA, in elder Care in many capacities, and in health care overall. I would highly recommend her for any position for CNA work or in a health care environment. She is...

- Becky S.

Mavis M.

5.0

I am very pleased to recommend Mavis M as a caregiver. She has been an excellent caregiver for the past several months for my in-laws in their home. She is always patient and kind and has a very good understanding of how to manage dementia concerns, redirecting but always with kindness. Mavis was...

- Care member

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